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Dutch Retailer SPAR Accelerates Israeli Expansion with New Stores

The Dutch supermarket chain SPAR is significantly expanding its operations in Israel, with plans to open six new stores in the coming year following a substantial investment.

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What happened

  1. 01SPAR is opening six new stores in Israel within the next year.
  2. 02The Dutch retailer is investing tens of millions of shekels in its Israeli expansion.
  3. 03SPAR aims to be a major international alternative to local Israeli supermarket chains.
  4. 04Saturday sales already represent 15-17% of SPAR's total revenue in Israel.
  5. 05The company is also offering a franchise model to independent retailers.

Entrepreneur Amit Ze'ev is leading the expansion, aiming to challenge local chains and suppliers by offering international brands and diverse store formats. SPAR stores are open on Saturdays, which already contribute 15-17% of total sales, and the company is also pursuing a franchise model for independent retailers.

Translated and summarized by baba from Ice, the latest report. Read Ice’s original

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